Biochemistry

This research-oriented MSc builds on prior knowledge in biochemistry and molecular biology and teaches advanced concepts of biomolecules, cells, and molecular function analysis. It is coordinated by the Center for Molecular Biomedicine and combines theoretical modules, practical courses, and a master's thesis.

Academic requirements

Admissions decisions will be based on a number of criteria, including your grade point average, letter of motivation, and previous practical experience.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.

English requirements

The official programme page states that very good English may be proven by a school-leaving qualification with several years of English, a previous bachelor's programme taught mostly or entirely in English, or other acknowledged English certificates.

Accepted bachelor fields

Requires a bachelor's degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, or an equivalent field such as pharmacy, biotechnology, molecular medicine, or chemistry.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

315.05 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the current official Friedrich Schiller University Jena semester-fee page.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 315.05 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the current official Friedrich Schiller University Jena semester-fee page.

Graduates are prepared for biochemical and molecular-biomedical research roles in academia, biotechnology, pharmaceutical development, and related laboratory-intensive fields.

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